Exhibitors shares insights on bauma Conexpo 2024

29 Nov 2024 CW Team

1. Columbia Machine Engineering
“Our focus includes sub-contractors, and suppliers of building materials.” -Dilip R. Sharma, President & Director, Columbia Machine Engineering What are your expectations from bauma Conexpo India 2024?
At major exhibitions across the globe, we consistently draw significant interest from our extensive customer base. In India, our loyal visitor base ensures a steady stream of engagement. Beyond nurturing relationships with existing clients, we are expanding our reach to connect with key stakeholders in infrastructure and construction. Our focus includes infrastructure companies, sub-contractors, and suppliers of building materials, as well as companies specialising in soil stabilisation. We also aim to engage architects, project managers, and procurement professionals from leading infrastructure firms. These interactions allow us to showcase Columbia’s innovative solutions, tailored to meet the unique demands of the Indian market while building lasting partnerships across the industry.

How are future trends and innovations reflected in your products and new launches?
Columbia Machine operates on the principle of Vertical Mold Vibration, a technology that significantly benefits our customers by enabling the production of concrete blocks with exceptional strength and precise dimensional accuracy...

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